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- Delhi's Restrictions Turn Srinagar Into Ghost City
Transport, communications, schools, shops and hospitals in Srinagar remained shut Monday, amid Delhi's clampdown on Kashmir.
Voice of America. Tue, 20 Aug 2019 05:51:25 -0400. - India revokes Kashmir's special status: All the latest updates
In phone call with Modi, Trump stresses need to reduce tensions between India and Pakistan over Kashmir.
Al Jazeera. Mon, 19 Aug 2019 18:40:21 GMT. - Paper filter from local algae could save millions of lives in Bangladesh
The problem of access to safe drinking water in most parts of Bangladesh is a persistent challenge. ...
Science Daily. Mon, 19 Aug 2019 09:29:58 EDT. - Qatar 2022 Or Bust: China Call Up Brazilian Striker Elkeson
China have called up Brazilian striker Elkeson for their first World Cup 2022 qualifying match against the Maldives next month. ...
By Steve Price, Contributor. Forbes. Mon, 19 Aug 2019 10:55:19 +0000. - Two Pakistani civilians 'are shot dead by Indian troops in Kashmir'
Pakistan claims two of its civilians were shot dead and another wounded Sunday after Indian troops fired across the Line of Control which divides the territory, after India placed its side on lockdown.
Daily Mail. Mon, 19 Aug 2019 09:52:30 +0100. - Nepal protesters urge end to plan to chop trees for airport
KATHMANDU, Nepal (AP) - Around 100 people protested in Nepal's capital on Monday to voice their opposition to plans to cut down millions of trees to build an international airport in the southern part of the country. ...
Washington Times. Mon, 19 Aug 2019 03:24:41 -0400. - Thousands Left Homeless In Bangladeshi Capital After Fire Burns Hundreds Of Shanties
The fire broke out Friday in a Dhaka slum while many were away celebrating the Muslim holiday Eid al-Adha. Hundreds of homes were destroyed, leaving about 10,000 people uncertain of their future.
Wynne Davis. NPR. Sun, 18 Aug 2019 13:04:00 -0400. - Neither India or Pakistan have anything to gain from Kashmir conflict
Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan would be well advised to stop expending precious diplomatic and financial capital on the Kashmir issue in order to focus instead on the development of his country.
Sydney Morning Herald. Sun, 18 Aug 2019 23:49:00 +1000. - Restrictions continue in Muslim areas of Kashmir though India claims lockdown is over
Restrictions continued in much of India-administered Kashmir on Sunday, despite India's government saying it was gradually restoring phone lines and easing a security lockdown that's been in place for nearly two weeks.
CBC News. Sun, 18 Aug 2019 09:05:57 EDT. - Bangladesh fire: Thousands of shacks destroyed in Dhaka slum
At least 1,500 homes are destroyed after a blaze sweeps through a shanty town in the capital Dhaka.
BBC News. Sun, 18 Aug 2019 11:01:36 GMT. - Bangladesh fire: 15,000 homes destroyed in Dhaka slum
About 15,000 homes are destroyed in a shanty town in Dhaka - but no deaths have been reported.
BBC News. Sat, 17 Aug 2019 15:43:26 GMT. - Soldier from India awarded citizenship after long delay
BEDFORD, N.H. (AP) - The American Civil Liberties Union says a member of the U.S. Army from India has been granted citizenship after a lengthy delay. ...
Washington Times. Sat, 17 Aug 2019 11:31:13 -0400. - India Begins Restoring Communications to Kashmir
The UN Security Council held a private meeting Friday to discuss India's decision to revoke Kashmir's special status which has escalated tensions with neighboring Pakistan.
Voice of America. Sat, 17 Aug 2019 06:41:39 -0400. - New Rules Could Determine Who Gets to Climb Everest
Nepali officials propose new requirements for obtaining a permit to climb the world's tallest mountain
Smithsonian. Fri, 16 Aug 2019 17:56:52 +0000. - Putin says Russia, India enjoy 'exceptional strategic partnership'
Putin lauded the dynamic development of the Russian-Indian relations
Tass. Thu, 15 Aug 2019 11:07:46 +0300. - Amazon (AMZN) Progresses With Future Retail Investment Plan
Amazon (AMZN) is reportedly close to acquiring 10% stake in Future Retail in an attempt to bolster presence in India retail space.
Zacks Equity Research. Zacks. Wed, 14 Aug 2019 14:40:00 GMT. - Rana Plaza worker lawsuit against Loblaws dismissed
A $2bn class action lawsuit filed by victims of the collapsed Rana Plaza factory building in Bangladesh against Canadian retailer Loblaws has been dismissed by the Supreme Court of Canada.
Just Style. Fri, 09 Aug 2019 14:17:00 GMT. - The Standard, Huruvalhi Maldives now open...
Following its London debut, Standard International, the parent company of The Standard, has announced the opening of The Standard, Huruvalhi Maldives. ...
Hsyndicate. Fri, 09 Aug 2019 11:16:31 +0200. - India arrests hundreds in Kashmir as Pakistan cuts railway link
Indian security forces have arrested more than 500 people since New Delhi imposed a communications blackout and security clampdown in divided Kashmir, where people remained holed up in their homes for a fourth day.
Irish Independent. Thu, 08 Aug 2019 10:43:21 +0100. - Study: Keto Diet May Help Control Type 2 Diabetes
The keto diet has plenty of weight-loss devotees who swear by the high fat, low-carb plan. Now, new research from India suggests it may benefit people with type 2 diabetes.
Newsmax. Tue, 06 Aug 2019 08:49:33 EDT.
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Facts About South Asian States
The Republic of India's capital city is New Delhi, and its currency is the Indian Rupee. Hindi and English are the primary languages used in India, and in 2007, India's estimated population was 1,129,866,000.
The People's Republic of Bangladesh's capital city is Dhaka, and its currency is the Taka. The country's primary language is Bengali, and in 2007, the estimated population of Bangladesh was 150,448,000.
The Kingdom of Bhutan's capital city is Thimbu, and its national currency is the Ngultrum. The Kingdom's primary language is Dzongkha, and in 2007, its estimated population was 2,328,000.
The Republic of Maldives' capital city is Male, and its national currency is the Rufiyaa. Dhivehi is the primary language of Maldives, and in 2007, the nation's estimated population was 369,000.
The Kingdom of Nepal's capital city is Kathmandu, and its currency is the Nepalese Rupee. Nepal's primary language is Nepali, and in 2007, its estimated population was 28,902,000.
The Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka's capital city is Colombo, and its national currency is the Sri Lankan Rupee. The primary languages of Sri Lanka are Sinhala and Tamil, and in 2007, the country's population was estimated at 20,926,000.